Georgia Central University had its beginning as the Immanuel Original Bible Institute in Alabama in the year of 1993. Its sole focus was on studying Biblical languages and Biblical interpretation. In 1995, the institute moved to Alpharetta, a northern metropolitan area of Atlanta, and changed its name to School of Theological Seminary in Georgia.

The vision of GCU is to glorify God by equipping students who will proclaim God's Word, to build up the body of Christ through education, and to advance God's kingdom by reaching out to the globe. GCU seeks to maintain an appropriate balance between training for academics and professionalism.